Paris, 1802. Napoleon Bonaparte is plotting to become ruler of France. His bid for absolute power is challenged by the Caribbean colony of Guadeloupe, whose inhabitants are determined to fight for their newfound political freedom and emancipation from slavery. In Freedom Now, Guadeloupean director Christian Lara charts the tragic struggle of his countrymen to gain liberty from an oppressive imperial power
HD 16/9
Directed by: Christian Lara
Production: Caraïb Films
Starring: Luc Saint-Eloy, Jean-Michel Martial and Patrick Mille
Original language: French / Available with English subtitles
Country: (France)